Happy Holidays From Engine Builder Magazine
Have a safe and happy holiday season from the Engine Builder team.
Happy Holidays from Engine Builder Magazine
Thanks to all of you who have read and contributed to the magazine this year. Have a safe and happy holiday!
American Powertrain’s #BaconShift Promotion and ProFit Transmission Sale
Now through January 5, American Powertrain is offering a $250 price reduction on transmission kits and pitching in 2 lbs. of Benton’s Bacon.
Compound Turbo 5.9L Cummins Engine
Dustin Damgaard’s interest in the performance world began years ago when he attended a National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA) for the first time – building powerful race machines has been a hobby ever since. He just finished a a 5.9L Cummins build that doesn’t disappoint. Check it out!
PRI 2021: What a Show
First things first – Happy New Year to you all. I sincerely hope you got to be with friends and family during the holidays and that you all had a safe and fun end to 2021. We’ve now officially welcomed 2022, and as the holidays have quickly come and gone, as they always do, I
Starrett America and Camouflage-Themed Micrometers
Made in Athol, MA, the themed T436.1 Micrometers are accurate, rugged, and feature renowned Starrett quality workmanship.
Women in Motorsports: Diana Gill
Diana Gill has been with Specialty Auto Parts and Proform for 17 years. From customer service to inventory management to purchasing manager, today she is the company’s national sales manager.
Calibration Tools – A Measure of Success
It’s all about precision and accuracy, and you rely on your tools and equipment to attain the critical accuracy you need for the quality your customers depend on.
In Engine Building, Predictions Don’t Always Meet Reality
Here we go again. The fax machine will kill the mail system… TV will kill the radio… Movie rentals and streaming videos will kill the movie theaters… The above three statements were cited many times over the years, but strangely, none have them have even been remotely close to coming true. Every year the U.S.
Jobs of the Week – April 16-20
It’s tough to find good help sometimes, especially when it comes to technical jobs like those in the engine building industry. We want to help you find those qualified, skilled employees that will better your business. Here are the available jobs this week.
Santa’s Sleigh vs. 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE
A new comparison chart pits the 2018 Camaro Zl1 1LE against Santa’s Sleigh, showing just how capable Santa’s Sleigh really is.
Dark Days of Diesel?
Think about the diesel engine over the last 30 years. From a rattling bucket of bolts that often got a frown from people it’s become a highly sought-after engine among the younger high school generation. Who would ever have imagined that one?
Should Your Shop Be Open Christmas Eve?
This year Christmas is on a Friday, and Christmas Eve is historically not a big sales day for most, so shop owners have the opportunity to offer their staff a 4-day Christmas weekend if they close on Christmas Eve! Who wouldn’t want that?
Tips on Hiring the Superstars in Competitive Times
One of the single greatest challenges engine shop owners face today is finding and hiring superstars. Here are some tips that will help you hire the stars.
7 Business Building Tips For The Holiday Season
Now that the holiday season is upon us, there are a number of things you can do to drive up productivity, sales, customer satisfaction and profits. Each one of the below tips worked wonders for me when I was still in the automotive business, and they are still effective today for many of our coaching clients, so I know they can work for you as well.
It’s December – Are You Prepared for 2015?
With the winter here and the holidays upon us, there’s a lot going on these days. But as a business owner, you need to consider that 2015 is right around the corner. The better you prepare now, the more successful you will be in the New Year and beyond.
Tips for Planning Holiday Parties and Year-End Celebrations
‘Tis the season for holiday festivities, end of year celebrations and employee recognition, but it is also a time of year that can be a source of liability for an employer if not handled properly. Here are a few quick tips for planning the upcoming company events.
Three Hot Cars Carved Onto Three Pumpkins, All Being Given Away
Usually, the pumpkin-carving world and automotive world don’t intermix, but We R Mopar, VW Parts Vortex, and Olathe Toyota Parts Center have collaborated to make it a little easier for auto enthusiasts to celebrate Halloween. They’ve released free pumpkin carving patterns featuring the hottest vehicles from Dodge, VW, and Toyota.
Can Your Customers Find You Where They Are Searching?
My goal here is to provide you with some answers and insight about new and powerful ways to generate more business, both with new customers and repeat customers. In 2011, more mobile devices were shipped than laptops or desktop computers. You might even be seeing this trend yourself with your employees, family and customers. They
Facebook Timeline Design: How To Make Your Page Look Nice
Well, we’re going to teach you where each feature is and how to use it, so you don’t need to waste your time trying to figure things out! ?? First of all, if you haven’t already done so, DON’T change your Business Page to Timeline design just yet. Use it in Preview Mode until you